Example:
Dear [name of hiring manager],
I am thrilled to receive the offer of [position title] at [company name].
I'm excited to join the team and to do my part in helping you achieve your goals.
I understand that the offer is for [salary offered] per year. However, I believe that my experience and skills will make me a valuable asset to the team. I would therefore like to counteroffer with a salary of [salary counteroffer].
Thank you again for considering me for this position. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Example:
Hi [name of hiring manager],
Thank you so much for the opportunity to apply for the [title of position]. I am excited to work with you and the team at [company name].
I am excited to learn more about the role and what it will entail, but I wanted to make sure that I was being compensated fairly for the work I do. It's important to me that I am compensated at a rate that reflects my experience, particularly as I've never held a position like this before. I believe that [salary counteroffer] is a fair number for what I'm looking for in this role.
If you agree, I look forward to hearing from you!
Example:
Hello [name],
I wanted to reach out to you and express my excitement about the opportunity that you have presented me. I believe that [company] is an amazing company, and I would be honored to be a part of its team.
I am also very excited about the role itself, and what it offers me. It aligns with my skills, interests, and career goals, and would allow me to expand my skill set and responsibilities.
I feel that my experience is well suited for this role, and that my skills would be very beneficial to the company.
As you can see from my resume, I have 10 years of experience working as an Account Manager. During this time, I have managed teams of up to 5 people, managed budgets of $10 million annually, and supervised the planning and execution of campaigns for a variety of different clients. I have also developed strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
I am sure that my skills and experience will prove to be very beneficial to [company], and I am excited to be part of the team!
If possible, I would like to discuss compensation with you further. As you know, I am seeking a salary of $[salary amount].
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